For the Bruins to repeat, Tim Thomas will have to be stellar again in the net

ESPN Insider goes deep on all 30 teams to get you prepped for the 2011-12 NHL season.

Here's how the Boston Bruins shape up, including a potential breakout player, a key stat and the views of a division rival. And check out our preseason rankings to see how they stack up against the rest of the league.

To read more about the season preview for the Boston Bruins -- including Craig Custance's player to watch and a key stat -- you must be an ESPN Insider.